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By Jon Egie
Three new suspects related to the killings of six policemen with six others missing, have been arrested and in police custody.
The suspects are linked to the ambush and killing of six policemen who were on a fact finding mission at Ohoror in Ughelli North LGA of Delta State on February 23. Another team of six policemen who had gone on rescue mission on February 26 have been declared missing in action.
At the onset of investigation into the tragedy, five suspects were arrested and based on information extracted from them another three have just been arrested and are helping the police in the ongoing investigation.
A statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO, Abuja, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi assured that when investigations are concluded the suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.
” Following intensive investigative efforts, the police have apprehended eight (8) suspects in connection with the brutal ambush attack. Five (5) suspects were initially arrested shortly after the incident, and an additional three (3) suspects have been apprehended, at different locations, following the statements and cooperation of the initially arrested suspects, bringing the total number of arrests to eight (8).
” The arrested suspects are currently in custody and are assisting with the ongoing investigation. While the Nigeria Police Force is committed to ensuring that all those responsible for this reprehensible act, and many alike, are brought to justice swiftly and decisively. The Police assures that the suspects will soon have their day in court, with credible evidence, once investigations are concluded.
” The Nigeria Police is deeply saddened by the heinous act of violence against our officers who were diligently performing their duty to protect and serve the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen officers during this difficult time.
” We wish to reiterate that killers of our officers in this extant case, and many others, have murdered peace, and none of them will go unpunished.” The statement said.
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